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About Brussels
 Neighbourhoods in Brussels: Ixelles/Elsene In Ixelles you’ll find a serene and tranquil alcove in busy Brussels, the beautiful Bois de la Cambre forest, parks, ponds, and the Abbaye de la Cambre, which was founded in 1196 by the Sisters of the Cistercian Order. The building... [Read more]

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April 13, 2010

Discover Belgium waffles at Wittamer’s

Discover Belgium waffles at Wittamer’s
Belgium creates some of the worlds most famous chocolate and tastiest quality waffles. Therefore a visit to Brussels has to be completed with a trip to Wittamer on Place du Grand Sablon in the city centre. You can buy a range of home made chocolate, waffles, Macaroons and more from... [Read more]
March 4, 2010

Easter in Brussels

Easter in Brussels
In Belgium it’s sometimes said that the Bells of Rome bring the Easter Eggs. The story goes that the bells of every church leave for Rome on “Silent Saturday” or “Stille Zaterdag” in Dutch, before returning on Sunday with eggs… chocolate eggs hopefully.... [Read more]
December 11, 2009

Brussels Winter Wonderland

Brussels Winter Wonderland
Brussels this December really is the place for the whole family to be.  While there is no doubting that the Winter Wonderland in Hyde Park is great family fun, it pales in comparison with Winter Wonders in Brussels. Taking place right in the heart of Brussels – the Place Sainte... [Read more]
December 9, 2009

Little Christmas Break to Brussels

Little Christmas Break to Brussels
On the last weekend in November a group of sleepy bloggers meet at our usual meeting place under the clock at St Pancras for our final Little Break of the year to the Christmas market in Brussels. After a leisurely breakfast on the Eurostar we arrived in St Pancras and headed to... [Read more]
September 14, 2009

Win two tickets to Brussels to see the Waiters Race

Win two tickets to Brussels to see the Waiters Race
Train to Brussels, Belgian beer, waffles and the crazy waiters’ race! Gutted I can’t go. Who wants 2 free tickets? Watch the waiters race at Brussels’ Parc du Cinquantenaire and you’ll never complain about slow service again. Armed with a tray bearing a bottle... [Read more]
August 31, 2009

Public Brewing Session At Cantillon Brewery

Public Brewing Session At Cantillon Brewery
From a dizzying 6.30am, the Master Brewer invites visitors to the annual public brewing session at the Cantillon Brewery in Brussels. Founded in 1900, it has changed little over the years; some of the original beer-making tools are still in use today. From filtration and hopping... [Read more]